United States Approves Over Fifteen Billion Dollars in Major Arms Sales to Israel and Saudi Arabia
Washington advances substantial defence packages for two key regional partners as Middle East security tensions intensify
The United States has approved more than 15 billion dollars in new arms sales to Israel and Saudi Arabia, reinforcing its strategic partnerships in the Middle East at a time of heightened regional tension.
The packages, formally cleared by the U.S. State Department and notified to Congress, include advanced munitions, air defence systems and related military equipment designed to strengthen the defensive and deterrent capabilities of both nations.
For Israel, the approval encompasses precision-guided munitions, air-to-air missiles and support equipment intended to enhance the Israel Defense Forces’ operational readiness and qualitative military edge.
U.S. officials emphasised that the transfer underscores Washington’s enduring commitment to Israel’s security and its ability to defend itself against persistent threats from hostile actors in the region.
The package is structured to replenish stockpiles and modernise systems amid ongoing security operations.
Saudi Arabia’s portion of the approval includes advanced air defence interceptors, radar systems and maintenance support aimed at bolstering the Kingdom’s ability to counter missile and drone threats.
The proposed sale aligns with Riyadh’s broader efforts to modernise its armed forces and protect critical infrastructure, including energy installations that have previously been targeted in cross-border attacks.
U.S. officials described the sale as strengthening a longstanding defence partnership and contributing to regional stability.
The approvals come against a backdrop of continued volatility across the Middle East, including tensions involving Iran and its regional proxies.
Washington has framed the arms transfers as defensive in nature, intended to deter escalation and reassure key allies of sustained American support.
Congressional review is required before the sales are finalised, but such transactions historically proceed absent bipartisan objections.
Both Israel and Saudi Arabia have deepened security coordination with the United States in recent years.
Analysts note that these substantial defence packages signal continuity in U.S. strategic commitments and reflect Washington’s assessment that strengthening allied deterrence is central to preventing broader conflict in an already fragile region.
The packages, formally cleared by the U.S. State Department and notified to Congress, include advanced munitions, air defence systems and related military equipment designed to strengthen the defensive and deterrent capabilities of both nations.
For Israel, the approval encompasses precision-guided munitions, air-to-air missiles and support equipment intended to enhance the Israel Defense Forces’ operational readiness and qualitative military edge.
U.S. officials emphasised that the transfer underscores Washington’s enduring commitment to Israel’s security and its ability to defend itself against persistent threats from hostile actors in the region.
The package is structured to replenish stockpiles and modernise systems amid ongoing security operations.
Saudi Arabia’s portion of the approval includes advanced air defence interceptors, radar systems and maintenance support aimed at bolstering the Kingdom’s ability to counter missile and drone threats.
The proposed sale aligns with Riyadh’s broader efforts to modernise its armed forces and protect critical infrastructure, including energy installations that have previously been targeted in cross-border attacks.
U.S. officials described the sale as strengthening a longstanding defence partnership and contributing to regional stability.
The approvals come against a backdrop of continued volatility across the Middle East, including tensions involving Iran and its regional proxies.
Washington has framed the arms transfers as defensive in nature, intended to deter escalation and reassure key allies of sustained American support.
Congressional review is required before the sales are finalised, but such transactions historically proceed absent bipartisan objections.
Both Israel and Saudi Arabia have deepened security coordination with the United States in recent years.
Analysts note that these substantial defence packages signal continuity in U.S. strategic commitments and reflect Washington’s assessment that strengthening allied deterrence is central to preventing broader conflict in an already fragile region.
